Captain Herbert Holley Gaunt
09 May 1900 - 04 Jun 1968
Biography
Gaunt was provided with a paper that confirmed he was authorised to have petrol coupons for Official Business and referring any queries c/o GPO Highworth. He was trained to supervise Grenade Throwing with No.36 Grenades (Mills bombs). This was a high risk activity and there were a number of Home Guard casualties in training, so this was a responsible role. His family have a cup which was awarded to the best Patrol in the Group each year, perhaps as part of the Patrol Competition.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Group 3 - Dorchester | Group Commander | 08 Jun 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WLDY/33/1
Occupation
Estate Farm Steward
Career
During the First World War he served as a Corporal in the Rifle Brigade, No.62553
12th December 1942 Home Guard records note transfer to 203 Battalion
16th September 1943 Promoted Captain
Address
Mill Sreet, Puddletown
References
WO199/3390, WO 199/3391
John Pidgeon